Chocolate Thanksgiving desserts
If you’re looking for chocolate Thanksgiving desserts to feed – and please – a crowd, check out this collection of recipes for the perfect holiday dessert for family and friends.
Good food and fun with family are two of my life’s pleasures.
And the older I get, the more I recognize that being part of something bigger than myself is a cornerstone value.
If you’re like me, you’ll know that we’re blessed to be able to pull all those elements together – food, family and tradition – for key events like Thanksgiving and Christmas.
(Don’t miss these Thanksgiving appetizers).
Deciding on what to eat in such occasions is always half the fun, and being married to a man with not only a very sweet tooth, but also an annoyingly fast metabolism, means that regardless of the occasion, he’ll be looking for the chocolate.
So in honor of my wonderful husband who makes all other things possible, here’s my collection of 25 chocolate Thanksgiving desserts.
I’ve included chocolatey twists on classics (like chocolate pecan pie), ones for the kids (like Turkey cupcakes), and new chocolate treats to try.
(And if you want some alternatives, try these Thanksgiving dessert pies).
Chocolate desserts for Thanksgiving
Skip the pecan pie this year, and make a pecan tart instead! These pecan tartlets feature tart shells filled with bittersweet chocolate, pecan halves, and gooey filling.
Apple and chocolate might not be the most usual combination but this Bundt cake is the tastiest thing.
Chocolate brioche bread pudding is rich, dense and decadent. You'll love the dark chocolate flavor combined with cinnamon, nuts, and spiced rum.
When you think chocolate crack pie, think amazingly-rich-and-fudgy, addictively delicious, scratch-made gooey brownie -- in a crust. And when it comes to Thanksgiving dessert, it doesn't get much better than that.
Chocolate cranberry cake is an easy and festive holiday dessert that’s perfect for Thanksgiving. It’s decadent and fudgy, and studded with dark chocolate chips and tart fresh cranberries. It’s also vegan and comes together in just one bowl!
This chocolate creme brulee is the best chocolate pudding you’ve ever had, topped with a crispy torched sugar crust. Five simple ingredients turn into something magical for Thanksgiving dessert!
Creamy, comforting, and delicious, classic chocolate lush dessert is a crowd-pleasing dessert that's adored by all. With its beloved chocolate pudding and creamy delicious layers, its just perfect for Thanksgiving dessert.
Chocolate pecan pie is similar to a classic pecan pie with the delicious addition of chocolate.
This is the best chocolate spice cake recipe for your holiday celebrations! You’ll love this old fashioned chocolate spice cake recipe - buttermilk, molasses, and warm spices make this a rich, moist, flavorful cake, and then our incredible cream cheese frosting brings it all together.
This delicious and decadent homemade chocolate swirl cheesecake is a winner for after your Thanksgiving dinner.
Kids will gobble up these fun and easy turkey inspired treats.
Sweet with just a little spice makes this easy chocolate poke cake inspired by the flavors of Mexican hot chocolate the perfect dessert for any occasion, but especially the holidays since it can be made ahead of time.
German chocolate pecan pie pairs together two classic desserts with its chocolate, coconut, and pecan filling baked in a homemade chocolate pie crust.
Indulge in the decadent harmony of flavors with this luscious Grand Marnier cheesecake, baked to perfection and adorned with a tantalizing chocolate glaze. This exquisite dessert entwines the rich flavors of milk chocolate, dark chocolate, and zesty orange essence, all elevated by the luxurious touch of Grand Marnier liqueur.
If you’ve ever had chocolate and rum together, you know they’re a heavenly match. But think of adding lightly sweetened whipped cream and a delicate, flaky lard pie crust and you’ll know why this recipe is a family heirloom.
Pumpkin cheesecake and chocolate mousse topped with dark chocolate ganache
Pumpkin cheesecake and smooth chocolate mousse is topped with a decadent chocolate ganache for a show-stopping Thanksgiving dessert. This is a perfect ending to a meal that will upstage Tom Turkey!
This pumpkin chocolate cheesecake is so delicious! Made with almost 30% pumpkin and a lot of chocolate it is the perfect holiday treat for Thanksgiving.
These delicious pumpkin chocolate chip cookies make for a perfect dessert or treat for Thanksgiving. If you like pumpkin pie and chocolate, you’ll love these cookies.
This easy decadent chocolate coconut cream pie recipe is bound to be the best instant crowd pleaser you’ve ever tried! It also incudes dairy-free modifications.
Have some fun this Thanksgiving and decorate turkey cupcakes! These easy cupcakes can be made from scratch or using boxed cake mix.
This unique pumpkin pie recipe is perfect for chocolate lovers. Pumpkin chocolate pie is filled with the spices and warmth of a traditional pumpkin pie, but also with a hint of chocolate flavor.
These fun and easy turkey decorated chocolate and peanut butter Rice Krispie treats are perfect for your holiday dessert table. They are no bake and easy to make!
Full of intense chocolate flavor, this vegan chocolate ganache tart is perfect for special occasions and celebrations like Thanksgiving.
These easy vegan pumpkin brownies are fudgy, gooey, and delicious. They're made without flour or butter, and instead use ingredients like ground almonds, almond butter, and warming pumpkin spices.
Thanksgiving. A time to come together as a family, to celebrate the blessings of the past year, and to share a bountiful meal (try one of these Fall centerpieces to have on your table).
These chocolate Thanksgiving desserts may not be the most traditional – but I bet they’ll be the most tasty!
(You might want to check out these Thanksgiving traditions for couples too).